The Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) is offering this Recovery Act grant to expand national broadband access and digital inclusion. This grant supports deploying broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved areas, ensuring equitable internet access. It also enhances public computer center capacity, making online resources available. A key purpose is encouraging sustainable broadband service adoption, fostering long-term digital engagement. Ultimately, this initiative supports the Recovery Act’s objectives: spurring job creation, stimulating economic growth, and creating new opportunities by bridging the digital divide.
Opportunity ID: 48279
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 0660-ZA28 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Act – Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Recovery Act |
| Category Explanation: | American Recovery and reinvestment Act of 2009, Pub. L. 111-5 Stat 115 (2009) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 300 |
| Assistance Listings: | 11.557 — Broadband Technology Opportunities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 8 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 02, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 03, 2010 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 14, 2009 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 15, 2010 NTIA has granted a limited extension of time to file infrastructure applications. Specifically, applicants for BTOP Comprehensive Community Infrastructure projects will have until 5 p.m. EDT, March 26th to file their applications to NTIA. Applications in NTIA’s two other project categories – Public Computer Centers and Sustainable Broadband Adoption – remain due at 5 p.m. EDT, March 15th. |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,600,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The following entities are eligible to apply for assistance: (1) States, local governments, or any agency, subdivision, instrumentality, or political subdivision thereof; (2) The District of Columbia; (3) A territory or possession of the United States; (4) An Indian tribe (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. § 450b); (5) A native Hawaiian organization; (6) a non-profit foundation, a non-profit corporation, a non-profit institution, or a non profit association; (7) other non-profit entities; (8) for-profit corporations; (9) limited liability companies; and (10) cooperative or mutual organizations. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Commerce |
| Description: | BTOP provides grants to support the deployment of broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved areas, to enhance broadband capacity at public computer centers, and to encourage sustainable adoption of broadband service. Through this support, BTOP will also advance the Recovery Acts objectives to spur job creation and stimulate long-term economic growth and opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Broadband |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Larry Dyer
Program Officer Phone 877-508-8364 Email:BTOP@ntia.doc.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| NTIA has granted a limited extension of time to file infrastructure applications. Specifically, applicants for BTOP Comprehensive Community Infrastructure projects will have until 5 p.m. EDT, March 26th to file their applications to NTIA. Applications in NTIA’s two other project categories – Public Computer Centers and Sustainable Broadband Adoption – remain due at 5 p.m. EDT, March 15th.” | Mar 03, 2010 | |
| NTIA has granted a limited extension of time to file infrastructure. Specifically, applicants for BTOP Comprehensive Community Infrastructure projects will have until 5 p.m. EDT, March 26th to file their applications to NTIA. Applications in NTIA’s two other project categories – Public Computer Centers and Sustainable Broadband Adoption – remain due at 5 p.m. EDT, March 15th. | Mar 03, 2010 | |
| HelpDesk telephone number modified | Mar 03, 2010 | |
| HelpDesk telephone number modified | Jan 26, 2010 | |
| Opportunity Re-Posted for grant cycle announced in Federal Register, January 15, 2010. Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: 20 percent, unless waiver granted by Assistant Secretary. |
Jan 26, 2010 | |
| Title and activity changed to incorporate "Recovery Act" in the opportunity. | Jan 26, 2010 | |
| Title change to incorporate "Recovery Act" in the Opportunity. | Jul 14, 2009 | |
| Jul 14, 2009 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 8
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 0660-ZA28 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Act – Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Recovery Act |
| Category Explanation: | American Recovery and reinvestment Act of 2009, Pub. L. 111-5 Stat 115 (2009) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 300 |
| Assistance Listings: | 11.557 — Broadband Technology Opportunities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 8 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 02, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 03, 2010 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 14, 2009 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 15, 2010 NTIA has granted a limited extension of time to file infrastructure applications. Specifically, applicants for BTOP Comprehensive Community Infrastructure projects will have until 5 p.m. EDT, March 26th to file their applications to NTIA. Applications in NTIA’s two other project categories – Public Computer Centers and Sustainable Broadband Adoption – remain due at 5 p.m. EDT, March 15th. |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,600,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The following entities are eligible to apply for assistance: (1) States, local governments, or any agency, subdivision, instrumentality, or political subdivision thereof; (2) The District of Columbia; (3) A territory or possession of the United States; (4) An Indian tribe (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. § 450b); (5) A native Hawaiian organization; (6) a non-profit foundation, a non-profit corporation, a non-profit institution, or a non profit association; (7) other non-profit entities; (8) for-profit corporations; (9) limited liability companies; and (10) cooperative or mutual organizations. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Commerce |
| Description: | BTOP provides grants to support the deployment of broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved areas, to enhance broadband capacity at public computer centers, and to encourage sustainable adoption of broadband service. Through this support, BTOP will also advance the Recovery Acts objectives to spur job creation and stimulate long-term economic growth and opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Broadband |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Larry Dyer
Program Officer Phone 877-508-8364 Email:BTOP@ntia.doc.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 7
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 0660-ZA28 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Act – Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Recovery Act |
| Category Explanation: | American Recovery and reinvestment Act of 2009, Pub. L. 111-5 Stat 115 (2009) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 300 |
| Assistance Listings: | 11.557 — Broadband Technology Opportunities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 7 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 03, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 15, 2010 NTIA has granted a limited extension of time to file infrastructure. Specifically, applicants for BTOP Comprehensive Community Infrastructure projects will have until 5 p.m. EDT, March 26th to file their applications to NTIA. Applications in NTIA’s two other project categories – Public Computer Centers and Sustainable Broadband Adoption – remain due at 5 p.m. EDT, March 15th. |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,600,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The following entities are eligible to apply for assistance: (1) States, local governments, or any agency, subdivision, instrumentality, or political subdivision thereof; (2) The District of Columbia; (3) A territory or possession of the United States; (4) An Indian tribe (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. § 450b); (5) A native Hawaiian organization; (6) a non-profit foundation, a non-profit corporation, a non-profit institution, or a non profit association; (7) other non-profit entities; (8) for-profit corporations; (9) limited liability companies; and (10) cooperative or mutual organizations. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Commerce |
| Description: | BTOP provides grants to support the deployment of broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved areas, to enhance broadband capacity at public computer centers, and to encourage sustainable adoption of broadband service. Through this support, BTOP will also advance the Recovery Acts objectives to spur job creation and stimulate long-term economic growth and opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Broadband |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Larry Dyer
Program Officer Phone 877-508-8364 Email:BTOP@ntia.doc.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 6
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 0660-ZA28 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Act – Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Recovery Act |
| Category Explanation: | American Recovery and reinvestment Act of 2009, Pub. L. 111-5 Stat 115 (2009) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 300 |
| Assistance Listings: | 11.557 — Broadband Technology Opportunities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 6 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 03, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 15, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,600,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The following entities are eligible to apply for assistance: (1) States, local governments, or any agency, subdivision, instrumentality, or political subdivision thereof; (2) The District of Columbia; (3) A territory or possession of the United States; (4) An Indian tribe (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. § 450b); (5) A native Hawaiian organization; (6) a non-profit foundation, a non-profit corporation, a non-profit institution, or a non profit association; (7) other non-profit entities; (8) for-profit corporations; (9) limited liability companies; and (10) cooperative or mutual organizations. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Commerce |
| Description: | BTOP provides grants to support the deployment of broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved areas, to enhance broadband capacity at public computer centers, and to encourage sustainable adoption of broadband service. Through this support, BTOP will also advance the Recovery Acts objectives to spur job creation and stimulate long-term economic growth and opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Broadband |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Larry Dyer
Program Officer Phone 877-508-8364 Email:BTOP@ntia.doc.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 0660-ZA28 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Act – Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Recovery Act |
| Category Explanation: | American Recovery and reinvestment Act of 2009, Pub. L. 111-5 Stat 115 (2009) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 300 |
| Assistance Listings: | 11.557 — Broadband Technology Opportunities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 26, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 15, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,600,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The following entities are eligible to apply for assistance: (1) States, local governments, or any agency, subdivision, instrumentality, or political subdivision thereof; (2) The District of Columbia; (3) A territory or possession of the United States; (4) An Indian tribe (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. § 450b); (5) A native Hawaiian organization; (6) a non-profit foundation, a non-profit corporation, a non-profit institution, or a non profit association; (7) other non-profit entities; (8) for-profit corporations; (9) limited liability companies; and (10) cooperative or mutual organizations. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Commerce |
| Description: | BTOP provides grants to support the deployment of broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved areas, to enhance broadband capacity at public computer centers, and to encourage sustainable adoption of broadband service. Through this support, BTOP will also advance the Recovery Acts objectives to spur job creation and stimulate long-term economic growth and opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Broadband |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Larry Dyer
Program Officer Phone 1-877-508-8364 Email:BTOP@ntia.doc.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 0660-ZA28 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Act – Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Recovery Act |
| Category Explanation: | American Recovery and reinvestment Act of 2009, Pub. L. 111-5 Stat 115 (2009) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 300 |
| Assistance Listings: | 11.557 — Broadband Technology Opportunities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 26, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 15, 2010 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2010 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,600,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The following entities are eligible to apply for assistance: (1) States, local governments, or any agency, subdivision, instrumentality, or political subdivision thereof; (2) The District of Columbia; (3) A territory or possession of the United States; (4) An Indian tribe (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. § 450b); (5) A native Hawaiian organization; (6) a non-profit foundation, a non-profit corporation, a non-profit institution, or a non profit association; (7) other non-profit entities; (8) for-profit corporations; (9) limited liability companies; and (10) cooperative or mutual organizations. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Commerce |
| Description: | BTOP provides grants to support the deployment of broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved areas, to enhance broadband capacity at public computer centers, and to encourage sustainable adoption of broadband service. Through this support, BTOP will also advance the Recovery Acts objectives to spur job creation and stimulate long-term economic growth and opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Broadband |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Larry Dyer
Program Officer Phone 202-482-2048 Email:BTOP@ntia.doc.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 0660-ZA28 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Act – Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Recovery Act |
| Category Explanation: | American Recovery and reinvestment Act of 2009, Pub. L. 111-5 Stat 115 (2009) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 300 |
| Assistance Listings: | 11.557 — Broadband Technology Opportunities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 26, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 14, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 13, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,600,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The following entities are eligible to apply for assistance: (1) States, local governments, or any agency, subdivision, instrumentality, or political subdivision thereof; (2) The District of Columbia; (3) A territory or possession of the United States; (4) An Indian tribe (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. § 450b); (5) A native Hawaiian organization; (6) a non-profit foundation, a non-profit corporation, a non-profit institution, or a non profit association; (7) other non-profit entities; (8) for-profit corporations; (9) limited liability companies; and (10) cooperative or mutual organizations. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Commerce |
| Description: | BTOP provides grants to support the deployment of broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved areas, to enhance broadband capacity at public computer centers, and to encourage sustainable adoption of broadband service. Through this support, BTOP will also advance the Recovery Acts objectives to spur job creation and stimulate long-term economic growth and opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Broadband |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Larry Dyer
Program Officer Phone 202-482-2048 Email:BTOP@ntia.doc.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 0660-ZA28 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Recovery Act – Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | American Recovery and reinvestment Act of 2009, Pub. L. 111-5 Stat 115 (2009) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 300 |
| Assistance Listings: | 11.557 — Broadband Technology Opportunities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 14, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 14, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 13, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,600,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The following entities are eligible to apply for assistance: (1) States, local governments, or any agency, subdivision, instrumentality, or political subdivision thereof; (2) The District of Columbia; (3) A territory or possession of the United States; (4) An Indian tribe (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. § 450b); (5) A native Hawaiian organization; (6) a non-profit foundation, a non-profit corporation, a non-profit institution, or a non profit association; (7) other non-profit entities; (8) for-profit corporations; (9) limited liability companies; and (10) cooperative or mutual organizations. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Commerce |
| Description: | BTOP provides grants to support the deployment of broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved areas, to enhance broadband capacity at public computer centers, and to encourage sustainable adoption of broadband service. Through this support, BTOP will also advance the Recovery Acts objectives to spur job creation and stimulate long-term economic growth and opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Broadband |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Larry Dyer
Program Officer Phone 202-482-2048 Email:BTOP@ntia.doc.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 0660-ZA28 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Broadband Technology Opportunities Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | American Recovery and reinvestment Act of 2009, Pub. L. 111-5 Stat 115 (2009) |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 300 |
| Assistance Listings: | 11.557 — Broadband Technology Opportunities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 14, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 14, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 13, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,600,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The following entities are eligible to apply for assistance: (1) States, local governments, or any agency, subdivision, instrumentality, or political subdivision thereof; (2) The District of Columbia; (3) A territory or possession of the United States; (4) An Indian tribe (as defined in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. § 450b); (5) A native Hawaiian organization; (6) a non-profit foundation, a non-profit corporation, a non-profit institution, or a non profit association; (7) other non-profit entities; (8) for-profit corporations; (9) limited liability companies; and (10) cooperative or mutual organizations. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Commerce |
| Description: | BTOP provides grants to support the deployment of broadband infrastructure in unserved and underserved areas, to enhance broadband capacity at public computer centers, and to encourage sustainable adoption of broadband service. Through this support, BTOP will also advance the Recovery Acts objectives to spur job creation and stimulate long-term economic growth and opportunity. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Broadband |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Larry Dyer
Program Officer Phone 202-482-2048 Email:BTOP@ntia.doc.gov |
Related Documents
There are no related documents on this grant.
Packages
There are no packages on this grant.